Team Leader - Garden Maintenance (Northwest Suburbs)

About the role

Green by Nature is looking for a Team Leader to lead a small mowing and brushcutting team in the northern suburbs. The position is permanent and full-time, about 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a tool of trade vehicle provided. The Team Leader ensures the client's standards of garden maintenance are met and exceeded.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and direct a team of maintenance staff, making sure tasks are completed efficiently.
• Follow schedules and prioritise tasks to complete garden maintenance on time, including planting, hedging, weeding, pruning and fertilising.
• Provide guidance, mentorship and training to the team to improve their horticultural skills and safety practices.
• Regularly inspect garden areas, assess their condition, identify improvements and implement corrective actions.
• Interact with clients to understand their preferences, address concerns and give updates on maintenance activities.

Required profile

• Certificate III in Horticulture or Parks & Gardens (preferred).
• Working with Children Check and Police Check, or willingness to obtain them.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Team player with excellent communication skills.

What we offer

• Above Award rates and a competitive annual salary.
• Access to prerequisite training and ongoing safety training programs and resources.
• Supplied uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Social events and a supportive management team.

To apply, submit your resume through the company's application process.